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View More Jobs Events Assistant Pipitea, Wellington, New Zealand (On-site) Job Description Can you multitask and work well under pressure? Are you a highly organised and adaptable individual? Have you got strong communication and interpersonal abilities? Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting an Events Assistant to join Te Kauhanganui Tātai Ture - Faculty of Law on a casual basis to support Faculty Events. Key responsibilities: Supporting the Events Coordinator including setting up and packing down event spaces, preparing event materials (name badges, signage), providing on-site support during events. Assisting with logistics academic seminars and workshops. Facilitating regular weekly and ad hoc events. Ō pūmanawa - About you You will be a highly organised and adaptable individual who is able to problem solve and is detail oriented. Key requirements: Ability to take direction and work independently to complete tasks and support event delivery. Excellent organisational and time management skills. Strong communication and interpersonal abilities. Ability to multitask and work under pressure. Role Description: Click here to see further information, including salary details. If this link is not available, click 'apply' to view this on the University career's page. Close date for vacancy: 09 October 2027. Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role, please get in touch with Sherry Elliott (sherry.elliott@vuw.ac.nz). How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter. We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted. Mō Te Herenga Waka - About Our University Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is renowned for its high-quality research and exceptional teaching. We attract people from around the world. Our university campus spans Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington - the creative, scientific and political centre of Aotearoa New Zealand - and our students thrive on the connections we have made here. Explore the many benefits of working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington. Find out where you fit in our strategic direction and learn more about our research expertise . Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina i a koe - Why you should join our team Ignite your career with Te Kura Tātai Ture - School of Law! Located in New Zealand’s legal and political heart, our globally recognised school offers a stimulating environment for legal excellence and innovation. Be part of a team that shapes the future of law. Ready to make an impact? Embark on your next adventure with us! Apply Now Job Info Job Identification 1010116 Job Category Professional Posting Date 09/24/2026, 02:37 PM Apply Before 10/09/2026, 06:55 AM Job Schedule Part time Locations 55 Lambton Quay, Wellington, 6011, NZ (On-site) Similar Jobs

Key Responsibilities

  • Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting an Events Assistant to join Te Kauhanganui Tātai Ture - Faculty of Law on a casual basis to support Faculty Events.
  • Supporting the Events Coordinator including setting up and packing down event spaces, preparing event materials (name badges, signage), providing on-site support during events.
  • Assisting with logistics academic seminars and workshops.
  • Facilitating regular weekly and ad hoc events.

Requirements

  • Role Description: Click here to see further information, including salary details.
  • You will be a highly organised and adaptable individual who is able to problem solve and is detail oriented.
  • Ability to take direction and work independently to complete tasks and support event delivery.
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Ability to multitask and work under pressure.

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The position is based at Victoria University of Wellington, in Wellington, NZ. Check the job description above for flexible or hybrid arrangements.

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